Anger in the Body
Triggers and Warning Signs
Impulse Control
Mindfulness
Coping Strategies
100
What emotion is this boy displaying?
What is ANGER!
100
What is a trigger?
Something that makes uncomfortable or something that is upsetting.
100
I have one marshmellow. BUT I want TWO RIGHT NOW. Staff says I have to wait. What skill do I need to pratice?
What is IMPULSE CONTROL!
100
What is the definition of mindfulness?
What is: Mindfulness means paying full attention to something. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way
100
Which coping skill is needed to blow out candles?
What is BREATHING
200
What are 2 common bodily sensations that a person may experience when feeling angry?
What is sweaty palms, red/hot face, increased heart rate, rapid breathing, pacing legs, balled up fist, butterflies or rumbling in stomach, tightness in chest, restlessness
200
Could school be a trigger for someone?
What is YES!!!
200
When playing an impulse control game, which color typically symbolizes slowing your body down and being aware?
What is YELLOW
200
When practicing grounding techniques, children are often taught to pay attention to their five senses. What are the five senses?
What is SEE, HEAR, TOUCH, SMELL, TASTE
200
Which coping skill helps “quiet the mind”
What is MEDITATION or MINDFULNESS
300
What is one way to “cool down” or decrease your body temperature when angry?
What is cold or wet paper towel or compress, drink of water, deep breathing, fresh
300
How would you appropriately let someone know that you are being triggered?
What is... TELL THEM, ASK TO USE A COPING STRATEGY, ASK TO TAKE SPACE, ASK FOR A BREAK
300
Finish this phrase: Stop, Think, _________!
What is REACT!
300
Being "in the moment" is mindfulness.
What is TRUE!!!!
300
This coping skill is particularly helpful when others are bothering you or if you are in a room with lots of people and/or noise.
What is TAKING SPACE
400
Triggers are a part of life and CANNOT be controlled.
TRUE OR FALSE
What is FALSE!
Yes, triggers or angry buttons are a part of life, but you can learn to recognize and control them.
400
What parts of your body can you use to help with “grounding” or “mindfulness”
What is eyes (seeing), ears (hearing), nose (smelling), tongue (tasting), hands or feet (touch)
500
This coping skill also helps you become physically strong
What is EXERCISE or PUSHING ON WALLS